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Crime
Newborn Body Found in Civil Hospital Toilet in Jabua; Police Check CCTV
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 05:36 PM
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A newborn's body was discovered in a toilet at the Civil Hospital in Jabua, Madhya Pradesh, on Tuesday. Police are investigating by reviewing CCTV footage and delivery ward records.
A disturbing incident occurred at the Civil Hospital in Jabua, Madhya Pradesh, where a newborn baby's body was found inside a toilet on Tuesday. The grim discovery was made by a sanitation worker while cleaning the facility, prompting an immediate response from hospital administration and local police.
Upon receiving the information, authorities rushed to the scene to secure the area and initiate a formal investigation. The incident has raised serious concerns regarding the safety and management of the hospital premises.
Police officials have stated that they are thoroughly examining the CCTV footage of the hospital corridors and the delivery ward. Additionally, they are reviewing medical records and lists of pregnant women who were recently admitted or discharged to identify the mother and understand the circumstances leading to the incident.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine how the infant ended up in the toilet and whether any negligence was involved. No further details have been released as the inquiry continues.
Upon receiving the information, authorities rushed to the scene to secure the area and initiate a formal investigation. The incident has raised serious concerns regarding the safety and management of the hospital premises.
Police officials have stated that they are thoroughly examining the CCTV footage of the hospital corridors and the delivery ward. Additionally, they are reviewing medical records and lists of pregnant women who were recently admitted or discharged to identify the mother and understand the circumstances leading to the incident.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine how the infant ended up in the toilet and whether any negligence was involved. No further details have been released as the inquiry continues.